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声音 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
声音shēngyīnvoiceHSK 3, n, rank #594, Medium
声音shēngyīnsoundHSK 3, n, rank #594, Medium
声音shēngyīn>个[gè]HSK 3, n, rank #594, Medium
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  1. 1voice
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March 24, 2026
声音(聲音)shēngyīn(sheng1yin1)

声音 (shēng yīn) refers to the concept of sound or voice, encompassing everything from spoken words to environmental noises. It is commonly used in contexts related to communication, music, and auditory experiences, highlighting the importance of sound in daily life.

Frequency#594DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, sound plays a vital role in various art forms, including traditional music and opera, where the quality of 声音 is essential. Celebrations like the Chinese New Year also emphasize sound through firecrackers and festive songs.

Memory Tip

Think of the character 声 (shēng) as a 'sound' emerging from the mouth (口) while the character 音 (yīn) resembles waves of sound. Imagine a person shouting to be heard over a loud noise, emphasizing the need for声 (sound) and 音 (voice) to communicate effectively.

Meanings of 声音

shēngyīn(sheng1yin1)
1voice
2sound
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About 声音

声音Simplified
聲音Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#594Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1

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AI Study Notes for 声音

Quick Contrast

音响 (yīnxiǎng) refers specifically to sound systems or audio equipment, whereas 声音 (shēngyīn) is a broader term for sound or voice in general.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of the character 声 (shēng) as a 'sound' emerging from the mouth (口) while the character 音 (yīn) resembles waves of sound. Imagine a person shouting to be heard over a loud noise, emphasizing the need for声 (sound) and 音 (voice) to communicate effectively.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 声音 with similar terms like 声 (shēng), which means 'voice' alone. This word is usually used in both formal and informal settings, but be mindful of tone when pronouncing; ensure you use the correct first tone for 声 and the second tone for 音.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 3 word, 声音 connects well with other vocabulary related to sounds, like 听 (tīng - to listen) and 说 (shuō - to speak). Students should focus on practicing pronunciation and usage in sentences to reinforce understanding.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, sound plays a vital role in various art forms, including traditional music and opera, where the quality of 声音 is essential. Celebrations like the Chinese New Year also emphasize sound through firecrackers and festive songs.

Common Mistakes

Learners often forget to include the correct measure word when using 声音, mistakenly saying '一个声音' instead of '一声声音'. Always use the correct classifier 个 (gè) for sounds.

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Component Characters

声shēngsound
HSK 37 strokes士
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音yīnsound
HSK 39 strokes音
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Grammar Patterns of 声音

声音 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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Exercise 1 of 4

Complete the Sentence

他故意提高____。

He deliberately raised his voice.

Example Sentences for 声音 (10)

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《每日邮报》的头版标题为“良知的声音”。

《 《 měi rì yóu》 bào 》 de tóu bǎn biāo“ tí wéi “ liáng zhī”。

The Daily Mail has the headline "The Voice of Conscience"
2
“没错，梅格。”他用冰冷、阴沉的声音答道。

“ “ méi， cuò ，。” méi gé 。” tā、 yòng bīng lěng 、 yīn chén de。

"That is correct, Meg," he answered in his cold, dead voice.
3
还没看到他们，我便听到他们穿过矮树丛过来的声音。

huán méi kàn dào tā mén， ， wǒ biàn tīng dào tā mén chuān guò ǎi shù cóng guò lái de shēng。

I heard them coming, crashing through the undergrowth, before I saw them.
4
“那么你认为如何？”她声音嘶哑地悄声问道。

“ “ nà mó nǐ rèn wéi rú？” hé ？” tā shēng yīn sī yǎ dì qiǎo shēng。

"So what do you think?" she said in a hoarse whisper.
5
我拿起电话，就听到这个声音：“喂？是艾利森吗？”

wǒ ná qǐ diàn huà， ， jiù tīng dào zhè gè shēng：“ yīn？ ：“ wèi ？ shì ài？”

I answered the phone and this voice went, "Hello? Is that Alison?"
6
他们听见酒瓶摔碎的声音，然后是一阵更喧闹的笑声。

tā mén tīng jiàn jiǔ píng shuāi suì de shēng yīn， ， rán hòu shì yī zhèn gēng xuān nào de xiào。

They heard a bottle being smashed, then more raucous laughter.
7
唯一的声响是冰层噼噼啪啪碎裂的声音。

wéi yī de shēng xiǎng shì bīng céng pī pī pā pā suì liè de shēng yīn。

The only sound was the crackle of breaking ice.
8
罗斯听到了熟悉的声音，但没注意听说的是什么。

luó sī tīng dào le shú xī de shēng yīn， ， dàn méi zhù yì tīng shuō de shì shí。

Rose heard the familiar voice, but tuned out the words.
9
围栏倒下时发出了断裂的声音。

wéi lán dǎo xià shí fā chū le duàn liè de shēng yīn。

There was a splintering sound as the railing gave way.
10
这条街道上到处都是士兵的声音。

zhè tiáo jiē dào shàng dào chǔ dū shì shì bīng de shēng yīn。

The street was alive with the sounds of the soldiers.

Cultural Notes for 声音

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, sound plays a vital role in various art forms, including traditional music and opera, where the quality of 声音 is essential. Celebrations like the Chinese New Year also emphasize sound through firecrackers and festive songs.

Frequently Asked Questions about 声音

声 (shēng) refers specifically to 'voice', while 声音 (shēng yīn) encompasses all types of sounds, including both voice and other noises.